Tostadas

Crispy Tortilla Platforms — Stack Your Dreams

"The original open-faced taco. A crunchy canvas for anything."

20Minutes

8Tostadas

1/5Difficulty

The Ingredients

The Base

8Corn tortillas (or store-bought tostadas)
OilFor frying (½ inch deep)

Classic Toppings (Bean & Cheese)

1 canRefried beans
2 cupsShredded lettuce
1 cupQueso fresco or cotija
1 cupCrema
SalsaYour choice

Protein Options

Shredded chicken (tinga)
Carne asada
Carnitas
Ceviche
Tuna salad

The Method

01

Make the Tostadas

1

Heat oil to 350°F in a skillet. Fry tortillas one at a time until golden and crispy (1-2 min per side).

2

Drain on paper towels. Season with a pinch of salt while hot.

Alternative

Bake tortillas at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway. Crispier, less greasy.

02

Build

3

Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada (this acts as "glue").

4

Add your protein of choice, then lettuce, cheese, crema, and salsa.

5

Eat immediately. Tostadas wait for no one — they get soggy fast.

Classic Styles

Tostada de Tinga

Chipotle-braised shredded chicken. Smoky, spicy, perfect.

Tostada de Ceviche

Fresh ceviche on a crispy base. Coastal Mexican perfection.

Tostada de Pata

Pickled pig's feet (traditional!). Adventurous but delicious.